Neurodivergent People & Friendships | EP2 | The Neurodivergent Experience

AutisticCulturePodcastNetwork.com Get ad free listening at AutisticCulturePlus.com Neurodivergent individuals often desire friendships but may struggle with the complexities and challenges that come with them. In this episode, Jordan James and Simon Scott discuss the complexities of neurodivergent people and friendships by sharing their personal experiences with friendships, struggles with bullying, and the challenges of masking to fit in. They talk about the importance of feeling safe and accepted in friendships, the value of authentic and genuine friendships where neurodivergent individuals can be their true selves and ask what impact does childhood trauma have on our friendships at all ages in life? In this episode you can expect to learn about: Bullying and trauma can have a significant impact on neurodivergent individuals' ability to trust and form meaningful friendships. Authenticity and acceptance are key in building genuine friendships, where neurodivergent individuals can be their true selves. Feeling safe and loved within friendships is crucial for neurodivergent individuals, as it provides a sense of security and support. It is important to surround oneself with people who make them feel good and to not settle for relationships that do not bring happiness. Whether you're Neurodivergent yourself, a friend, family member, or simply curious about this extraordinary way of experiencing the world, this podcast is your guide to unravelling The Neurodivergent Experience. Instagram: @theneurodivergentexperiencepod (  / theneurodivergentexperiencepod  ) Facebook: theneurodivergentexperience (  / theneurodivergentexperience  ) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information. Episode link: https://play.headliner.app/episode/19...